Welcome to Foundation

Starting school is an exciting milestone for children and their families. At Thomastown Meadows Primary School, we work closely with families and kindergartens to ensure every child experiences a smooth and successful transition to school.

Foundation (Prep) Enrolment Timeline 2027

1. Check Eligibility
   Children must turn 5 years old by 30 April 2027 to begin Foundation (Prep) in 2027.

2. Find Your School
   Use the Find My School website to identify your local school and other nearby government schools.

3. Book a School Tour
   Visit our school to learn about our programs, facilities and enrolment process. To book a school tour please call our Principal Ms Fiona Rosa on 9466 1322 or e-mail thomastown.meadows.ps@education.vic.gov.au. 

4. Collect an Enrolment Form
   Download the Foundation (Prep) Enrolment Information Pack for Parents and Carers or collect a hard copy from our school office. For further information on Enrolling, visit the Victorian Government Schools website - Enrolling in Schools 

5. Submit Your Application
   Applications close: Friday 24 July 2026

6. Receive Your Outcome
   Families will be notified of enrolment outcomes between:
   24 July – 7 August 2026

7. Accept Your Offer
   Offer acceptance deadline: Friday 21 August 2026

8. Attend PREParing for School Sessions
   During Term 3, children participate in: 

• Session 1: Storytime
• Session 2: The Arts - Make, Draw and Create Dance and Mime
• Session 3: STEAM - Exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths
• Session 4: Physical Education and Perceptual Motor Program

9. Attend Kinder to Foundation Transition Sessions         

During Term 4, children enrolled at our school, participate in 5 sessions across 5 weeks. Each session           running for approximately 2 hours. Children will participate in:

• Personal and Social learning activity
• Fine Motor activity
• Literacy activity
• Maths activity
• Exploring learning spaces
• Becoming familiar with school routines and expectations 

Participating in our transition program, supports children to adjust more easily, feel confident, and enjoy a positive start to their schooling journey.

10. Attend Parent Information Evening 

         At the end of the transition program, a Parent Information Evening is held. 

       This session provides parents and carers with:

• Key information about the school

• Important dates for the school year

• Tips to support their child’s learning and wellbeing

Transition session times and the Parent Information Night date are shared in Term 3 of each year.

  11. Welcome to Thomastown Meadows Primary School!
         Ready to begin Foundation (Prep) in 2027